Manual

49-8104RK Standby Battery • 3
Overview
This manual describes the 49-8104RK standby battery. This manual also describes how to
install and maintain the standby battery.
Specifications
Table 1 lists specifications for the standby battery.
Description
The 49-8104RK Standby Battery is designed for use with a gas monitoring controller
capable of running from 24 VDC such as the RKI Instruments, Inc. Beacon 200, Beacon
410, or Beacon 800 controller. It can provide temporary power to a controller if primary
AC power is lost. The standby battery consists of the housing, two batteries (shipped
uninstalled), three connection wires (shipped in a small bag), and wire nuts for wiring
connections. The figure below shows the batteries and wires installed.
Figure 1: Standby Battery Component Location
Table 1: Specifications
Construction (housing) Weatherproof ABS plastic
Power Rating 24 VDC, 12 AH (amp hour)
Operating Temperature 32° F to 104° F (0°C to 40°C)
Size 11.28” H x 7.48” W x 5.91” D (287 mm D x 190 mm W x 150 mm D)
Weight 22 lbs (10 kg)
Note: Front
View Shown
Without Door
Wire (black) for negative connection
4X 1/4"
Screws
3/4" NPT
Conduit Hub
12 Amp Hour
Battery, 2X
Vent
User
Installed
Jumper
Wire nuts, 3
shipped with unit
(1 extra)
Wire (red)
for positive
connection
Battery Mounting Bracket